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G679 MEP

2000 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 224cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,673 mi
Last recorded43,673 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Serow15,915 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG679 MEP
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine224cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 43,673 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 43,598 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 43,479 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 43,477 miles

Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke missing (5.2.2 (d))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 43,330 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 43,198 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 42,715 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 42,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

front tyre deteriorated

Pass 14 May 2008 42,589 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Serow?

Based on 3,899 MOT tests across 399 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
399
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 27
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Footrest missing 12
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G679 MEP is a 2000 Yamaha Serow in White with a 224cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,915 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Serow fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G679 MEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Serow typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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G679 MEP is a 2000 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 12 June 2000.

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